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kmedusa's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
I fell in love with the Mistborn Saga and bawled my eyes out when the First Era finished.
Although not as emotionally invested, I was enjoying reading the Second Era. I loved the cast and the mysteries were compelling.
Then, we have this book. I did not like it, and I am not sure why.
I decided to not rate it because all the things that I like about a Sanderson story are there: cool magic powers, great action scenes, end of the world m is at stake... I missed a little more of romance ( but there were a few scenes here and there that satisfied me).
My main problem is the ending.
Last rant, I don' get why he brought Kelsier back. I have to read The Secret History to understand that. It was a shock to me. I grieved when Kelsier die, so much so I waited months before starting to read the next book. And now he is back, poof, as a ghost, poof. Like, what? Plus, he is weird. I guess his weirdness was always there, just under loads of charm and drive to save the world. Now... well I don't know how to feel about him.
Anyway, the book is fine. As a fan I have my opinion and I just wanted to vent. I'm not sure if we will have a Third Era of a Mistborn, but I will probably read other books by Sanderson. Even when frustrating, they are still good fun.
Graphic: Death, Gun violence, Blood, and Murder
Minor: Alcoholism
stephaniemcuervo's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Blood, Gaslighting, Gun violence, Grief, Alcoholism, Gore, Murder, Confinement, Violence, and Death
readandfindout's review against another edition
4.25
Themes: 4
Characters: 4.5 stars
Plot: 4 stars
Worldbuilding: 5 stars
Graphic: Death, Violence, Gun violence, Murder, Injury/Injury detail, and Blood
Moderate: Grief and Confinement
Minor: Suicide
evelasco's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Graphic: Death, Kidnapping, Violence, Gun violence, and Murder
toto_aguiar's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Graphic: Murder, Violence, Death of parent, Genocide, Grief, Blood, Death, Gun violence, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts
silentquercus's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Graphic: Death and Gun violence
Moderate: Blood, Gaslighting, Alcohol, Grief, Mental illness, and Murder
Minor: Pregnancy, War, Suicide, and Trafficking
divine529's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
This is the final book in the Wax and Wayne series, so it'll be difficult to explain much without too many spoilers, but it takes place six years after the end of Bands of Mourning and war is brewing once again.
I loved the relationship dynamics of all kinds in this - Wax and Wayne probably being my favorite, but also loving Marasi and some new friends she makes in this book, Steris is a delight and I've loved seeing her character growth throughout this. Just fantastic in the way of relationships.
I also really enjoyed seeing all of the interesting Cosmere things come up in this book. It'll be interesting to see how all of that comes into play later or otherwise.
Also even though I saw the ending coming a mile away, I'm still sad by it, but it was satisfying regardless.
All in all, a fantastic end to a good series.
Graphic: Violence, War, Blood, Drug use, Fire/Fire injury, Injury/Injury detail, Murder, Sexism, Alcohol, Death, Gore, Grief, and Gun violence
Minor: Animal cruelty, Ableism, Misogyny, and Sexual content